Hoyle, Val T. [D-OR-4]
Democrat · OR · 10 bills sponsored
SAW Act
# SAW Act Summary I don't have access to the specific details of HR 6864 (the SAW Act) beyond the basic information you've provided. To give you an accurate summary of what the bill would do, who it affects, and its key provisions, I would need to review the actual bill text. **What I'd recommend:** - Visit Congress.gov and search "HR 6864" to read the full bill text and summary - Check the bill's official summary, which typically includes the purpose and main provisions - Look at any committee reports for more detailed analysis If you can share the bill's stated purpose or key provisions, I'd be happy to help explain them in plain language. Alternatively, if you have a link to the bill text, I can help summarize its contents for you.
POP Act
# POP Act (HR 5433) Summary I don't have access to the specific details of HR 5433 (the "POP Act") to provide you with an accurate summary of its provisions, who it would affect, or what it would do if passed. While I can confirm it was introduced by Representative Val Hoyle (D-OR) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, I cannot reliably tell you the bill's actual contents without risking providing inaccurate information. **To get accurate information about this bill, I'd recommend:** - Visiting Congress.gov and searching for HR 5433 - Checking Rep. Hoyle's official website - Reading the bill's official text and summary documents This will give you verified details about the bill's provisions and any supporting statements from its sponsor.
Smith River National Recreation Area Expansion Act
# Smith River National Recreation Area Expansion Act Summary **What the bill would do:** This bill would expand the Smith River National Recreation Area, a protected landscape straddling the Oregon-California border. The legislation would increase the size of the recreation area and likely transfer additional federal lands into the protected designation. This expansion would restrict certain commercial activities (like logging) in the newly included areas while preserving them for outdoor recreation, conservation, and natural resource protection. **Who it affects:** The bill primarily affects residents and businesses in Oregon and California near the Smith River region, including timber companies, outdoor recreation businesses, local communities, and Indigenous tribes with historical connections to the land. It would also impact federal land management agencies responsible for overseeing the expanded area. **Current status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but not yet voted on by the full House of Representatives. As a committee-stage bill, it would need to advance through the legislative process before becoming law.
Columbia River Clean-Up Act
# Columbia River Clean-Up Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Columbia River Clean-Up Act (HR 4675) is proposed legislation designed to address environmental contamination in the Columbia River. While specific details aren't provided in the basic information available, bills with this title typically focus on cleaning up pollutants, remedying past industrial contamination, and restoring the river's ecosystem. The bill would likely authorize federal funding and establish cleanup initiatives for this major waterway that runs through Oregon and Washington. **Who It Affects:** This legislation would primarily impact communities along the Columbia River, including residents in Oregon and Washington who depend on the river for drinking water, fishing, and recreation. It could also affect industries operating near the river and tribes with historical ties to the waterway. At the federal level, relevant agencies like the EPA would be involved in implementing cleanup efforts. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet advanced to a full congressional vote. The bill was sponsored by Representative Val Hoyle (D-OR), reflecting Oregon's direct interest in Columbia River restoration efforts. *Note: For complete details about specific provisions, funding amounts, and timelines, you would need to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.*
To amend title 5, United States Code, to include Parkinson's disease in the list of illnesses and diseases deemed to be proximately caused by employment in fire protection activities, and for other purposes.
# Summary of HR 4453 **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would add Parkinson's disease to the list of illnesses officially recognized as occupational diseases for federal firefighters. Currently, federal law presumes that certain diseases—like cancer and heart conditions—are caused by firefighting work, making it easier for affected firefighters to receive workers' compensation benefits. This bill would extend that same presumption to Parkinson's disease, meaning firefighters diagnosed with it could more easily qualify for benefits without having to prove their job caused the condition. **Who It Affects** The bill primarily affects federal firefighters and their families. If passed, firefighters with Parkinson's disease would have an easier path to obtaining workers' compensation and related benefits. The bill also has implications for federal agencies that employ firefighters and their workers' compensation systems. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee (as of the 119th Congress), meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. It was introduced by Representative Val Hoyle (D-OR).
Wildfire Resilient Communities Act
# Wildfire Resilient Communities Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Wildfire Resilient Communities Act aims to help communities prepare for and recover from wildfires through federal support and coordination. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on funding for wildfire prevention, forest management, community preparedness programs, and disaster recovery assistance. The legislation would likely establish or expand federal programs to help states and local governments reduce wildfire risk and build stronger defenses against future fires. **Who It Affects** This bill would primarily affect communities in wildfire-prone regions, particularly in western states, along with state and local governments responsible for land management and emergency response. It could also impact property owners, firefighting agencies, and forestry professionals. Taxpayers would be affected as the bill would require federal funding for these initiatives. **Current Status** As of now, HR 4295 is in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House. The bill was sponsored by Representative Val Hoyle (D-OR), whose district includes areas affected by wildfires in Oregon. For the bill to become law, it would need to pass through committee review, House floor debate and voting, Senate consideration, and presidential approval.
Wall Street Tax Act of 2025
# Wall Street Tax Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Wall Street Tax Act of 2025 would impose a new tax on financial transactions, such as the buying and selling of stocks, bonds, and derivatives. The specific tax rate and exact mechanics haven't been detailed in available summaries, but the general purpose is to generate revenue by taxing high-frequency trading and other Wall Street activities. This type of tax is sometimes called a "financial transaction tax" or "speculation tax." **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily affect financial institutions, investment firms, and traders who buy and sell securities. The costs could potentially be passed on to everyday investors through higher fees or reduced returns in retirement accounts and investment portfolios, depending on how the tax is structured and implemented. **Current Status:** As of now, the bill (HR 4035) is in committee and has not advanced further in the legislative process. It was introduced by Representative Val Hoyle, a Democrat from Oregon, but has not yet been voted on by the full House or Senate.
Vote at Home Act of 2025
# Vote at Home Act of 2025 - Summary **What the bill would do:** The Vote at Home Act would make it easier for Americans to vote by expanding mail-in voting nationwide and creating automatic voter registration. Specifically, it would prevent states from adding extra restrictions on who can vote by mail in federal elections (though states could still set deadlines), require states to send ballots to registered voters at least two weeks before Election Day, and have the U.S. Postal Service deliver ballots for free and without delay. The bill would also automatically register eligible voters when they interact with state motor vehicle departments, rather than requiring people to register separately. **Who it affects:** This legislation would impact all voters in federal elections across the country, election officials in all states, and the U.S. Postal Service. It would particularly affect people who have difficulty voting in person due to work schedules, disabilities, transportation, or other barriers. **Current status:** The bill was introduced by Representative Val Hoyle (D-Oregon) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. At this stage, it remains under review and discussion.
Social Security Expansion Act
# Social Security Expansion Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The Social Security Expansion Act would increase benefits for Social Security recipients and expand the program's funding. Specifically, it would boost payments for lower-income earners by adjusting how benefits are calculated, create a new minimum benefit floor for low-wage workers, and improve cost-of-living adjustments to better reflect the spending patterns of seniors over 62. The bill would also allow full-time students whose parents are deceased or disabled to receive benefits for longer. **Funding and Who It Affects** To pay for these expansions, the bill would increase Social Security payroll taxes on higher earners. The changes would benefit current and future retirees, disabled workers, and surviving family members of deceased workers—particularly those with lower lifetime earnings. Self-employed individuals and certain railroad and transportation employees would also be affected by tax changes. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee and has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. As a Democratic proposal, it reflects one approach to addressing Social Security's long-term financing challenges, though expanding benefits and raising payroll taxes remain debated policy questions.
POWER Act of 2025
# POWER Act of 2025 Summary **What it does:** The POWER Act allows electric utilities that receive federal emergency funding to restore power after disasters to also use that money for hazard mitigation projects—like hardening infrastructure against future storms or flooding. The bill clarifies that utilities can access both power restoration funds and separate hazard mitigation assistance from FEMA's Public Assistance program for the same facility, if they meet eligibility requirements. **Who it affects:** Electric utility companies and the communities they serve would be the primary beneficiaries. This especially helps areas recovering from natural disasters and extreme weather events. Taxpayers fund these programs, so the bill affects federal disaster spending. **Current status:** The bill passed the House and is now moving through the legislative process. It would need Senate approval and presidential signature to become law.